243: Rectal Wash for Piles formula

Ounces
1. Red Oak Bark 1 1/4
2. Willow Bark 1 1/2
3. Sage Leaves l
4. Pilewort Herb l
5. Erigeron Herb l
6. Comfrey Root 1

Mix well and divide into 20 doses, using Herbs especially cut for Tea.

Directions: Add one dose to a pint of boiling water, boil slowly for about 2 to 5 minutes, let stand until cold, then strain and use as a rectal enema before retiring.

Where congestion or an inflamed condition in the rectum prevails, enemas acting as a cooling agent are very helpful. Their mild astringent properties act as a soothing, and healing agent, relieving heat and pain at the same time. They also tend to remove slime and pressure from the rectum.